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A pleasant rural trattoria with a charming summer dining space overlooking the garden, just five minutes’ drive from Crema. In this simple, informal setting which is both well-kept and welcoming, guests dine either in the classic-style room with green wood-panelling or in the veranda-style dining room. Wherever you eat, you’ll enjoy regional specialities such as local hams and poultry, and Crema’s famous sweet tortelli. Foie gras also features very regularly on the menu.

San Martino is a classic and elegant grand restaurant with timeless appeal, which makes your dining experience here truly memorable. The restaurant boasts two important characters: Paolo Colleoni who, with his extensive knowledge and skills, is the perfect front-of-house host, welcoming guests with joy and enthusiasm and always finding exactly the right words; and, at the helm in the kitchen, Stefano Locatelli, a chef who is equally at ease with the restaurant’s historic dishes (the restaurant has held a Michelin star for decades) and more modern creations. Although fish continues to take cent

La Kuccagna's fresh, quality offerings are bolstered by management that is always full of energy; menus range between land (tripe with legumes, squash and mushrooms) and sea (amberjack with coconut sauce, sea urchin and herbs), while the grill is always ready to accommodate the most suitable cuts of meat. A fine selection of wines starting with labels from beyond the Alps. The location is exquisitely bucolic, while the interior is modern and comfortable.

Situated less than five minutes’ drive from the centre of Crema, this delightful contemporary-style trattoria boasts a modern dining room with a minimalist decor brightened by splashes of colour. The equally attractive cuisine is inspired mainly by Italian traditions, especially at lunchtime during the week (when the prices are very competitive), while in the evenings (at the weekend) dishes are enhanced by additional contemporary touches. The wine list is divided between Italian and French labels, including an excellent selection of champagnes.

Close to the city centre and within walking distance of the Cathedral, the restaurant is located inside a beautiful historic building. The cuisine is fragrant, and the menu alternates between seafood offerings – depending on market availability – and a few more traditional recipes such as hand-pinched Cremasque sweet tortelli. The jovial welcome, streamlined service and interesting wine list (with a few "natural" offerings for enthusiasts) explain why there is a large turnout for both lunch and dinner. Better make reservations!

Young, informal and friendly owners Fabio and Vale welcome guests to their restaurant in Offanengo, just a few kilometres from Crema. A good choice for anyone looking for a change from traditional cuisine, the restaurant serves moderately creative dishes including a good selection of fish options (the Mazara del Vallo red prawns served with green gazpacho, caviar and lemon are particularly delicious).

Situated right in the heart of the Bergamo plain in the small town of Caravaggio, famous for the painter of the same name and for a much-visited pilgrim shrine, this welcoming restaurant boasts a modern decor and vintage furnishings. At lunchtime, it serves a good, competitively priced business menu, while in the evening the more elaborate à la carte features contemporary-style meat and fish dishes (mostly the latter).